49546 — Kentwood, MI Home Values
Typical home value $520,949 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 67 in Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49546, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49546 compares in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area
ZIP code 49546 (Kentwood, MI) has a typical home value of $520,949 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 67 ZIP codes tracked in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.9%, from $394,981 in June 2021 to $520,949 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 24× the annual rent ($1,810/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Grand Rapids.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49546 has a population of 33,429, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 79.7% White, 7.4% Asian, 6.9% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino, 2.7% two or more races, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook Elementary School | 1450 FOREST HILL AVE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI | 0.9 mi |
| Central High School | 5901 HALL ST SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI | 1 mi |
| Central Middle School | 5810 ADA DR SE, ADA, MI | 1.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 49546?
$520,949 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49546 an expensive ZIP code in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area?
49546 ranks 3rd of 67 ZIP codes in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49546 changed over the past year?
+4.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49546?
The typical home price is 24× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,810/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49546?
33,429, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49546?
Meadow Brook Elementary School (0.9 mi), Central High School (1 mi), Central Middle School (1.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 49546?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.